2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | STS | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |